Ol Kalou: High turnout as thousands cast ballot in litmus test by-election

At polling stations visited by the Nation, most voters were elderly.

Shock as armed masked men show up, teargas Ol Kalou residents at AC Primary polling station

Living apart can mean divorce, court rules

Mombasa court rules that a marriage cannot be treated as a prison.

NMG journalists attacked by armed masked men in SUVs, staff tased and camera seized

They grabbed a reporter's phone while holding a pistol to her stomach.

Donkey theft spurs innovation in Turkana's Kokuro village

The hub allows residents to report thefts, disease outbreaks and animal welfare concerns.

KFS seeks views on proposed fencing of Oloolua Forest Reserve

The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has conducted a public participation forum on the proposed fencing of Oloolua Forest Reserve in Kajiado North. This is part of the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) process ahead of the projects implementation. The project, being undertaken by the State Department for Forestry through KFS in partnership with the...

Conservationists want more tree cover in Homa-Bay County

Environmental stakeholders have called on residents of Homa Bay County to embrace tree planting and protect forests to address growing effects of climate change. Led by the County Forest and Ecosystem Conservator, Sharon Cheluget, they noted that restoring degraded ecosystems would secure the livelihoods of future generations. The conservationists warned that continued destruction of forests...

IEBC says Ol Kalou by-election voting concluded smoothly as counting begins

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has said voting in the Ol Kalou Parliamentary by-election was largely successful, with the exercise concluding peacefully in most polling stations as vote counting got underway. In a statement on Thursday, IEBC Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon said the majority of polling stations opened at 6.00 a.m. as scheduled. [...] The post IEBC says Ol Kalou by-election voting concluded smoothly as counting begins appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Former Administration Police officer jailed 40 years for killing colleague in Samburu

A former Administration Police officer has been sentenced to 40 years in prison after being found guilty of murdering a fellow officer in Maralal, Samburu County. The High Court in Nanyuki convicted Patrick Marwa, 40, of the murder of Dancun Cheruiyot, finding him guilty of the offence contrary to Section 203 as read together with [...] The post Former Administration Police officer jailed 40 years for killing colleague in Samburu appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Sifuna defiant after ouster as Senate Minority Whip

We will continue speaking about these things even if they punish us, Sifuna stated.

Flood victims in Kihoto estate demand compensatio

Residents of Kihoto estate in Naivasha have renewed calls for compensation, relocation and protection of their land rights, citing delayed execution of a landmark court ruling on the long-standing dispute. For years, residents have faced forced displacement due to rising water levels in Lake Naivasha, a crisis that has shut down schools, churches, roads, and...

Kiambu IEBC office use social media for voter education

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is increasingly embracing social media as a key platform for civic and voter education, marking a shift from traditional outreach methods such as public barazas, printed materials and radio programs. The move comes as the commission seeks to engage a generation of Kenyans who increasingly consume information through...

Ghost workers locked out of July pay rise

The National Government has announced a salary increment for civil servants across the country effective this July, with Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku saying the increase will benefit only genuine public officers on the government payroll. The Cabinet Secretary affirmed that the salary increment will only be extended...

Former journalist loses defamation case

A former journalist's bid to have the court order the Media Council of Kenya pay him for alleged defamation and slander. In the ruling, Siaya resident magistrate, Jacob Punga Mkala also ordered the former journalist, Josiah Odanga to bear the cost of the suit that he filed on 24th May, 2024. Delivering the judgement virtually,...

Butere residents set for new water treatment project

Thousands of households and public institutions in Butere Sub-county are expected to gain access to reliable and safe drinking water following the ongoing construction of a new water treatment facility aimed at addressing persistent water shortage in the area. The Firatsi Compact Filtration Unit (CFU), currently under construction, will draw water from a nearby river,...

ODM removes Edwin Sifuna as Senate Deputy Minority Whip, appoints Eddy Oketch

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has removed Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna as the Senate Deputy Minority Whip and replaced him with Migori Senator Eddy Oketch. Senate Speaker Amason Kingi announced the changes during Thursdays sitting after receiving a formal communication from Senate Minority Leader Stewart Madzayo. Kingi told the House that the letter, dated July [...] The post ODM removes Edwin Sifuna as Senate Deputy Minority Whip, appoints Eddy Oketch appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Nico Schlotterbeck Siblings: Getting to Know Keven Schlotterbeck

Nico Cédric Schlotterbeck is a German professional footballer who plays primarily as a centre-back for Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund and the Germany national team. Born on December 1, 1999, in Waiblingen, Germany, the 63 defender is known for his strong build-up play, aerial dominance, speed, strength, and aggressive tackling style. He has established himself as [...] The post Nico Schlotterbeck Siblings: Getting to Know Keven Schlotterbeck appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Gregor Kobel Siblings: Get to Know Noah and Theo Kobel

Gregor Kobel is a Swiss professional footballer renowned as one of the top goalkeepers in European football. Born on December 6, 1997, in Zurich, Switzerland, the shot-stopper currently plays for Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund and serves as a key member of the Switzerland national team. Known for his commanding presence in the box, exceptional reflexes, [...] The post Gregor Kobel Siblings: Get to Know Noah and Theo Kobel appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Carney Chukwuemeka Siblings: All About Caleb Chukwuemeka

Carney Chibueze Chukwuemeka is an Austrian professional footballer born on October 20, 2003, in Vienna, Austria. He plays as an attacking midfielder or left winger for Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund and represents the Austria national team. Chukwuemeka is recognized for his technical skills, vision, creativity, and ability to influence games in the final third. Born [...] The post Carney Chukwuemeka Siblings: All About Caleb Chukwuemeka appeared first on Kahawatungu.

Court suspends Ruto order placing IPOA under Interior Ministry

High Court has halted the Executive Order until a constitutional petition is determined.